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Seriously: Costumes you, your boo should wear on Halloween

Hana Pavelko, Collegian Columnist October 31, 2024
It is well known that the “-ber” months are some of the most significant times of the year for couples. Going to pumpkin patches, watching spooky movies in matching pajamas and baking are on most couple’s bucket list as we approach the fall season.
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CSU’s Borlee Lab investigates Colorado’s aerobiome

Paige Gruber, Staff Reporter October 31, 2024

The Borlee Lab at Colorado State University is situated in the microbiology, immunology and pathology department. The Borlee Lab tests Colorado air to discover more about the collection of microorganisms...

Symposium for Inclusive Excellence showcases diversity in STEM fields

Symposium for Inclusive Excellence showcases diversity in STEM fields

Hana Pavelko, Staff Reporter October 31, 2024

Colorado State University’s annual Symposium for Inclusive Excellence took place Oct. 21-25 and was hosted by the Office for Inclusive Excellence. The symposium started as a one-day conference in 2001...

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The Lyric hosts cult classic ‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show’

Iris Causey-Peelor, Staff reporter October 30, 2024

On Oct. 24, The Lyric came to life as a community was built by locals coming together to enjoy a cult classic performance: "The Rocky Horror Picture Show." The Lyric puts on the show monthly, and with...

Lopez: Homecoming activities should extend throughout whole week

Dominique Lopez, Opinion Editor October 30, 2024
Now, I know what you must be thinking. You read the title of this article and thought, "But isn’t Homecoming mostly for the alumni of Colorado State University? Why would we want to extend the activities to occur throughout the week?" The answer is because there are students like me who work all weekend and would like to partake in the festivities, too.
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CSU football eyes final strike against Nevada for bowl eligibility

Michael Hovey, Sports Editor October 30, 2024

The season began the usual way for Colorado State football. Now CSU heads into week 10 with a new energy: a perfect record in Mountain West play. The Rams’ 3-0 conference start is one of the strongest...

Ethan Morton shoots and scores during the Colorado State University vs. Adams State University basketball game. Oct. 30, 2024. (CSU won 90-72)

CSU men’s basketball exhibits promise in exhibition victory over Adams State University

Damon Cook, Sports Editor October 30, 2024

Just a little taste of Moby Madness.  Wednesday night won't count toward much, other than vibes, but Colorado State men's basketball served up a glimpse of what could be a fun season ahead. Although...

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CSU women’s basketball hopes new faces step up to new challenges

Devin Imsirpasic, Staff Reporter October 30, 2024

Basketball returning to Moby Arena means one thing for Colorado State women’s basketball: a chance to retool and compete. CSU will gear up for another season but with a twist this time. The 2024-25...

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CSU women’s basketball shows flashes in exhibition win over Regis

Devin Imsirpasic, Staff Reporter October 30, 2024

Colorado State women’s basketball defeated Regis University 68-57 in an exhibition match Tuesday, making a statement to start off the 2024-25 season. The Rams were led by recent graduate transfer...

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Gallery: CSU football takes another Homecoming win

Katelynn Ortega, Staff Photographer October 29, 2024

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CSU students, alums, families shined at Friday Night Lights

Riley Paling, Staff Reporter October 29, 2024

The Lory Student Center’s West Lawn buzzed with excitement during Colorado State University’s annual Friday Night Lights. Students packed the lawn and filed all the way up the LSC balcony. Friday...

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Weishaar: Subtle Halloween costumes are boring

Audrey Weishaar, Collegian Columnist October 29, 2024
I love Halloween. It is my favorite time of the year; everything is flavored or pumpkin spice scented. Spirit Halloweens are popping up in empty stores. People have all sorts of decorations spread across the sides of houses and sprinkled across lawns. Movies my friends will only watch with me in October begin playing on loop. And the costumes — oh the costumes.
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